The name of the phytochemical found in white vegetables and fruits is
A. allium.
B. beta-carotene.
C. indole.
D. anthocyanin.
Q. 2Which of the following has the FDA identified as being a red flag by which consumers can identify potential bogus cancer treatments?
A. treats all forms of cancer
B. cures cancer
C. shrinks malignant tumors
D all of the above
Q. 3In America, which form of cancer is the most prevalent throughout the adult population?
A. lung
B. stomach
C. liver
D. mouth
Q. 4Fiber helps reduce your risk of developing cancer by doing all of the following EXCEPT
A. concentrating waste products in the intestines.
B. diluting waste products in the intestines.
C. controlling body weight.
D. helping waste move through the intestines quickly.
Q. 5The stage during cancer in which DNA in a cell becomes damaged is known as
A. progression.
B. promotion.
C. initiation.
D. metastasis.
Q. 6The food additive that is used to alter the color of food and that acts as a preservative is called a
A. carcinogen.
B. nitrite.
C. phytochemical.
D. lycopene.
Q. 7Which of the following can reduce your risk of developing cancer?
A. eating more vegetables and fruits
B. reducing intake of red meat
C. walking at least 30 minutes daily
D all of the above
Q. 8In the progression stage of cancer
A. damaged body cells are exposed to agents or conditions that promote rapid reproduction.
B. cells are exposed to an agent that damages DNA .
C. damaged cells form a tumor that invades surrounding tissues.
D. DNA is formed.
Q. 9Phytochemicals do all of the following EXCEPT
A. imitate the actions of natural hormones.
B. promote the formation of carcinogens.
C. block the actions of carcinogens.
D. protect cells against chemical reactions that can lead to cancer.
Q. 10Research shows that high salt consumption can promote ________ cancer.
A. lung
B. stomach
C. breast
D. colon
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